Reception Class Teacher – Corngreaves Academy Full Time NEW

Hours / Weeks: 37.5 hours – 52 weeks

Grade / Salary: United Learning Payscale – Not suitable for ECT’s

Contract Type: Fixed term – 1 year

Closing Date: Monday 18th May 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 20th May 2026

This vacancy is located at Corngreaves Academy as part of the United Learning Trust.

Corngreaves Academy is seeking an experienced Reception Teacher to join our team from September 2026. We are looking for a passionate Early Years practitioner, with potential leadership opportunities for the right candidate.

We welcome imaginative, innovative teachers who want to build their career in a forward thinking school. Our Leadership Team includes colleagues who began at Corngreaves as NQTs, reflecting our strong commitment to professional growth.

You will be dedicated to achieving excellent outcomes for children within our vibrant, stimulating learning environment. Our pupils display excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning, supported by engaging spaces that promote independence.

We offer high-quality CPD through coaching and mentoring, delivered by a skilled and supportive Leadership Team. Strong safeguarding practice and close partnership with families ensure your work has a meaningful impact on children’s lives. The interview process will include a teaching task.

Informal discussions and pre-application visits are encouraged. Please contact the School Office on 01384 569333. Application packs are available from Mrs Hayley Wycherley, Business Manager, at hayley.wycherley@timbertreeacademy.org.uk.

We offer:

• Fantastic pupils with excellent learning behaviours
• Supportive, committed staff
• Bespoke coaching and mentoring
• 8 INSET days (3 dedicated to planning and preparation)
• Collaboration with our sister schools (Timbertree and Ham Dingle)

Corngreaves Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Hours –

37.5 hours per week – 52 weeks

Grade –

United Learning Payscale – Not suitable for ECT’s

Location –

Corngreaves Academy, Plant Street, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 6EZ

Contract –

Fixed term – 1 year

Closing Date –

Monday 18th May 2026